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Can my current upper lip be made about 2 mm shorter & then perform a lip lift to the new height?

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Sincere631154Nov 24, 2023

I'm unhappy with the shape of my lips in each photo, specially my upper lip. Because it looks so pointed and not long enough with my narrow mouth. Would it be possible to make my current upper lip about 2 mm shorter? Then perform a lip lift to the new height. Is it possible to remove the cupid's bow? The goal is to achieve a narrower and longer lip. See example photos Important: It must look natural and masculine!!!!

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Randal Haworth, MD, FACS

Based on your photos, it looks like you would be an amazing excellent candidate for a lower V-Y plasty (a lower lip lift). You may as well need a 3D lip lift and a medialized corner lip lift to balance your lips but a consultation would be required to assess your lips. I hope this helps, best...

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I recommend a lip lift. A lip lift does 4 things: shortens the distance between your nose and upper lip, increases the mucosa of the upper lip, increases the incisor show and pulls up the corners. Best Wishes, Gary Horndeski, M.D.

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I do a LOT of lip surgery and have for many years. You have nice, full lips and so many people would love to have what you have. I am sorry you are not happy with your lips, but, to an expert, you look beautiful.

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Chewing predominantly on one side and sleeping on that side might contribute to muscle imbalances but remember, human faces and bodies are not perfectly symmetrical. Minor differences in facial features and body proportions are entirely normal and common. Concerning your lips, a medialized...

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Randal Haworth, MD, FACS

Based on your picture, it looks like you are a good candidate for a medialized corner lip lift, which would be the only way to treat this issue. Of course, an “in person” consultation is necessary to assess your lips. I hope this helps, Best of luck !

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You are a candidate for a lip lift. A lip lift does 4 things: shortens the distance between your nose and upper lip, increases the mucosa of the upper lip, increases the incisor show and pulls up the corners. Best Wishes, Gary Horndeski, M.D.

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